Practice - Historical Context: From Indivisible Atoms to Subatomic Particles
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Practice Questions
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What term did Democritus use to describe indivisible particles?
💡 Hint: Think of a Greek term that means 'uncuttable'.
Which subatomic particle did J.J. Thomson discover?
💡 Hint: It's negatively charged and found outside the nucleus.
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What did Democritus believe about matter?
💡 Hint: He used a Greek word meaning 'uncuttable' to describe these particles.
Which scientist is known for the discovery of the electron?
💡 Hint: Think of the scientist who experimented with cathode rays.
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Challenge Problems
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Compare and contrast the atomic models proposed by Dalton, Thomson, and Rutherford. Discuss the significance of each discovery.
💡 Hint: Think about how each theory builds on the previous one to create a more complex understanding of atoms.
Explain how the understanding of isotopes impacted atomic theory following the discovery of neutrons.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of neutrons existing without charge alongside protons in the nucleus.
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